Entry Lineman

Cobb Electric Membership Corporation; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid Health Insurance Premiums

Retirement Security Pension plan

Automatic 7% Company paid contribution

Annual Bonus Program

Tuition and Certification reimburse

Job summary

Cobb EMC is seeking an Entry Lineman in Marietta, GA to support line construction and maintenance for the distribution system. You will train in overhead and underground electrical facilities with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities include assisting with routine line work, operating equipment, and supporting warehouse tasks. Strong preference for basic electricity knowledge and ability to climb structures within safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent with 1+ year utility work or a Lineman College certificate.
• Must be able to operate machinery and vehicles.
• Familiar with basic hand tools.
• Ability to quickly learn safety rules and procedures.
• Knowledge of electricity, construction, and metering helpful.
• Must be able to read maps and staking sheets.

Responsibilities

• Train to perform routine line work: underground and overhead construction, line maintenance, and electrical service.
• Operate truck and assist in loading/unloading materials; secure loads.
• Check materials in/out of warehouse and retire old line/facilities.
• Maintain knowledge of current jobs and anticipate needs of Linemen.
• String, sag, and install conductors and joints; install poles and risers under supervision.

Skills

Operate machinery

Read maps & staking sheets

Climb tall structures

Hand tools proficiency

Safety rules & first aid

Professional communication

Education

High school diploma

Linemen college certificate

Job description

Overview

Cobb EMC has an exciting opportunity for an Entry Lineman toprovide line construction and maintenance for the Corporation’s distribution system and to train in the construction, operation, and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical distribution facilities

Due to mandated safety requirements, anyone who operates weight-restricted aerial lifts (e.g. a bucket truck) and who must use retrieval systems during the performance of their tasks must maintain a weight of 290 pounds or less – fully dressed, including work boots. Operating these pieces of equipment is an essential function of the job.

Schedule: 4-10 hour shifts per week *OT and on-call as needed

Benefits:

• Company paid Health Insurance Premiums!


• Insurance is effective your first day of employment


• Retirement Security Pension plan!


• Automatic 7% Company paid contribution to 401k with additional matching!


• Annual Bonus Program!


• Tuition and Certification reimbursement!


• Learn more HERE

To learn more about Cobb EMC visit our website at www.cobbemc.com

Responsibilities

What you will be doing:

• Train to perform routine line work: underground and overhead construction, line maintenance, and electrical service.


• Operate truck and assist in loading and unloading material. Properly secure all material when loading.


• Check material in and out of warehouse. Retire old line and facilities.


• Maintain thorough knowledge of current jobs and anticipate needs of Linemen and First-Class Linemen.


• Send tools and materials up pole with approved hand line and other equipment.


• Properly make up, on the ground, conductor dead end assemblies for Linemen.


• Set up reels and help string wire.


• Bore holes, frames and install poles according to specifications.


• Dig trenches and drive in ground rods.


• String, sag, and install armor rods and ties on conductors of all sizes and types on de-energized primary poles and de-energized circuits for training purposes.


• Install and connect transformers, fuse cut-outs, arrestors, switches, and oil circuit reclosures on de-energized structures for training purposes.


• Install riser guard under direct supervision while positioned at least four feet below the lowest point of attachment of primary line to the pole.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

High School or equivalent with a minimum of one-year experience in utility work, construction, heavy laborer or related experience OR Certificate from an Accredited Lineman College with six months experience in utility work, construction, heavy laborer or related experience.

Ability to operate machinery and vehicles.

Must be familiar with basic hand tools.

Ability to rapidly acquire basic knowledge of corporate procedures, first aid, and safety rules and regulations.

Working knowledge of basic electricity, construction work, and construction units.

Ability to read and interpret maps and staking sheets and to gain a good working knowledge of all types of metering.

Ability to gain knowledge of Georgia Utility Facility Protection Act (GUFPA) regulations.

SKILLS:

Must pass required Job Skills Demonstration.

Ability to complete and pass required line worker certification program and step level evaluations.

Must be able to work at heights, climb tall structures and poles, lift, carry and pull heavy objects.

Average or above average computer skills are desired.

Basic mechanical aptitude.

Ability to interact in a professional and courteous manner with co-workers and members.

Ability to use judgement and reasoning skills to perform the essential functions of the position.

Obtain valid Class A Commercial Georgia driver's permit within three months and a valid Class A Commercial Georgia driver’s license and relevant endorsements within six months of hire.

Obtain valid Georgia Flagging Certification within six months of hire.

Obtain valid Cobb County Excavating and Trenching Certification within one year of hire.

Must supply own hand tools.

PREFERRED:

Previous utility industry experience.

Previous experience in an electrical distribution system.

Basic knowledge of electricity.

CORE Values:

Put People First

Care, listen and connect. Think team, not self. Respect and value differences.

Stay Safe

No shortcuts. See the big picture, no tunnel vision. Look out for each other

Innovate

Embrace change. Think big and bold. Be part of the solution.

Own It

Own your attitude, actions and words. Find a way. No BCD. Never stop learning.

EOE/Disability/Vets/Drug-Free Workplace

Minimum Requirements:High School or equivalent with a minimum of one-year experience in utility work, construction, heavy laborer or related experience OR Certificate from an Accredited Lineman College with six months experience in utility work, construction, heavy laborer or related experience.Ability to operate machinery and vehicles.Must be familiar with basic hand tools.Ability to rapidly acquire basic knowledge of corporate procedures, first aid, and safety rules and regulations Working knowledge of basic electricity, construction work, and construction units.Ability to read and interpret maps and staking sheets and to gain a good working knowledge of all types of metering.Ability to gain knowledge of Georgia Utility Facility Protection Act (GUFPA) regulations. SKILLS:Must pass required Job Skills Demonstration. Ability to complete and pass required line worker certification program and step level evaluations. Must be able to work at heights, climb tall structures and poles, lift, carry and pull heavy objects. Average or above average computer skills are desired.Basic mechanical aptitude.Ability to interact in a professional and courteous manner with co-workers and members. Ability to use judgement and reasoning skills to perform the essential functions of the position. Obtain valid Class A Commercial Georgia driver's permit within three months and a valid Class A Commercial Georgia driver’s license and relevant endorsements within six months of hire. Obtain valid Georgia Flagging Certification within six months of hire Obtain valid Cobb County Excavating and Trenching Certification within one year of hire.Must supply own hand tools. PREFERRED:Previous utility industry experience. Previous experience in an electrical distribution system.Basic knowledge of electricity.CORE Values:Put People FirstCare, listen and connect. Think team, not self. Respect and value differences.Stay SafeNo shortcuts. See the big picture, no tunnel vision. Look out for each otherInnovateEmbrace change. Think big and bold. Be part of the solution.Own ItOwn your attitude, actions and words. Find a way. No BCD. Never stop learning.EOE/Disability/Vets/Drug-Free Workplace